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Daily Buzz: Peace Out, Yahoo Groups
The legacy community platform, active for nearly two decades and an inspiration to many platforms that came since, is going offline soon. Also: Should you call or text members?
Conference Circuit: Local Government Managers
The International City/County Management Association’s 2019 Annual Conference begins next week in Nashville. Attendance is expected to top 3,000.
Is Your Association Agile Enough to Navigate a Turbulent Future?
With talk of recession ahead, many associations are wondering if they are prepared. Two experts say financial forecasting can help your organization be nimble enough to withstand tempestuous times.
Utilizing Entertainment to Engage Meeting Attendees
[Sponsored] Find a shared experience that reflects your meeting’s values and mission, rather than an activity that simply entertains.
Daily Buzz: GoFundMe Launches Fundraising Platform for Nonprofits
GoFundMe Charity is designed to make generating donations easier—and more social. Also: Say goodbye to in-flight entertainment.
Four Tactics That Helped the Plant Based Foods Association Deliver Wins
With a focus both on being a helping hand for retailers and giving members a collective advocacy voice, the Plant Based Foods Association is in the midst of an industry upswing. Here’s how they did it.
Three Small-Scale Ideas for Free Membership
When you rely on member dues as a significant revenue source, free membership sounds scary. But you don’t have to go big: Limited free membership offers might provide just the boost you need.
Context Matters: Why Ads Do Better Next to Quality Content
Advertising in the wrong context can damage a brand’s reputation, and brands are noticing—which provides an opportunity for creators of high-quality content to boost their ad revenue, a new report finds.
Daily Buzz: Managing Tech Overload
How do you adapt to a rapidly changing workplace? Develop your soft skills. Also: keeping remote employees engaged.
How an Association Hotline Will Help Members Face Brexit Disruption
The U.K.’s Soil Association is helping organic farmers prepare for a likely no-deal Brexit at the end of this month with a new hotline and other support services. The organization intends to minimize pain while keeping organic businesses informed.
